Plant and Shrub Care Technician at The Davey Tree Expert Company

Company:The Davey Tree Expert CompanyLocations:Rochester NYAdditional Locations:N/AWork Site:On SiteReq ID:218511Compensation Data Salary: $23 - $30 hourly (Depending on experience certifications and licensing)Position Overview Performs fertilization and pest management on trees and shrubs using spray and injection tools by performing the following duties.Job Duties What Youll Do:Cultivate your career and fertilize your future!Properly identify and diagnose insects weeds fungus conditions and pest prone areas. Communicate with and educate the client regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control and fertilization service with customers.Continuously monitor plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicate progress to customers and supervisors.Drive use maintain and properly operate equipment (truck and sprayer).Qualifications What Were Looking For:Love of the outdoorsRequired: Valid drivers licenseRequired: Minimum 2 years of experience as a PHC Tech or performing fertilization and pest management on trees shrubs and/or lawnsPreferred: Background in Forestry Horticulture or Landscapingrequired: Turf Weed Tree and shrub ID Pathology and knowledge of turf or tree physiologyAbility to complete the Davey Tree Qualified Plant Health Care Tech training program upon hireAbility to complete the Davey Tree First Aid CPR and defensive driving course upon hire Valid drivers licensePreferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates if required by state law Additional Information What We Offer: *Paid time off and paid holidaysOpportunities for advancementAll job specific equipment and safety gear provided401(k) retirement savings plan with a company matchEmployee-owned company & discounted stock purchase optionsGroup Health PlanEmployee referral bonus programLocations throughout US in major cities and desirable areasCareer Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills TrainersScholarship Program for Children of EmployeesCharitable matching gift program*all listed benefits available to eligible employees Company Overview Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas community partnerships a commitment to safety and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We are currently looking to add a dynamic Plant Health Care Technician to our passionate team of tree care professionals. Your office is outdoors and you get a new view every day!Divisional Overview The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class including race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin marital or familial status disability status as a protected veteran status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person or other classification protected by law.TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential utility commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients each other and the world around us. We offer the resources size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit .Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.If you need assistance at any time please contact us at 1- or at .Employment Type:PermanentJob Type:Full TimeTravel Expectations: NoneRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Advisory,API,Drafting,Fun,Hospital,Event Production Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 23 - 30